Locked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Heisman Trophy drama heats up as Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza and Ohio State’s Julian Sayin lead a field of four hopefuls. Can Mendoza’s historic undefeated season and clutch Big Ten championship drives topple Sayin’s record-breaking efficiency and 12-1 Buckeye campaign? The race intensifies, with Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia showcasing dual-threat prowess and Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love powering throug...

Michigan football faces a crossroads as Sherrone Moore’s shocking dismissal rocks Ann Arbor. With the program’s future in question and the transfer portal about to open, Craig Shemon argues Michigan must make Urban Meyer their top target—will the Wolverines dare hire Ohio State’s former hero to keep their momentum and recruiting class intact? Alternative coaching candidates like Brian Kelly, Kalen...

Discussing the latest in as Michigan needs a new head coach after Sherrone Moore was fired for an inappropriate relationship with a staffer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan Wolverines football is rocked by controversy as Sherrone Moore is fired for cause after a university investigation uncovers an inappropriate relationship with a staffer. The drama escalates when Moore, previously hailed for his leadership and a landmark win over Ohio State last season, is detained by police just hours after his termination. Can Michigan’s football program steady itself am...

Indiana claims the No. 1 spot in the Big Ten power rankings—just as predicted by Craig Shemon. After standing by Indiana for months, Craig Shemon explores how the Hoosiers’ superior roster and Rose Bowl berth validate early bold calls. Analyzing Ohio State’s defensive battles, Oregon’s playoff campaign, and Lincoln Riley’s promising trajectory at USC, the episode asks: Who’s best positioned for po...

College football faces a pivotal crossroads—should Notre Dame finally be forced to join a conference? Craig Shemon unleashes a bold vision to blackball the Fighting Irish until they align with Big Ten and national standards. With playoff revenue disparity and special treatment for Notre Dame under fire, Shemon exposes the inequities, calling out athletic director Pete Bavacqua, ACC commissioner Ji...

Notre Dame faces a crossroads after missing the college football playoffs—will joining the Big Ten finally force the Irish to play by the same rules as everyone else? Craig Shemon calls out Notre Dame’s independent status, dissecting how their playoff access and bowl game snub expose long-standing inequities in college football’s revenue sharing and postseason qualification. Is it time to end spec...

The Indiana Hoosiers shocked college football, securing the Big Ten championship and the No. 1 national ranking after a stunning victory over Ohio State. Urban Meyer calls Curt Cignetti’s turnaround “the single greatest program turnaround in the history of college football” after Indiana goes from the worst FBS program to top seed in the College Football Playoff. Can Fernando Mendoza claim the sch...

The Indiana Hoosiers shocked the Ohio State Buckeyes with a gritty 13-10 triumph to capture their first Big Ten championship since 1967 and secure the top seed in the College Football Playoff. Can Fernando Mendoza and Curt Cignetti now lead Indiana on a historic national championship run? Craig Shemon breaks down Indiana’s defensive masterclass, Charlie Becker’s clutch receiving night, and the Hei...

The Indiana Hoosiers gear up for the biggest game in program history as they clash with the undefeated Ohio State Buckeyes for the Big Ten Championship. Can Fernando Mendoza and Indiana's loaded roster outperform Julian Sayin, Carnell Tate, Jeremiah Smith and the Buckeyes’ top-ranked defense at Lucas Oil Stadium? Craig Shemon explores whether Indiana’s ground game and defensive standouts like Aide...

Penn State's chaotic coaching search hits new lows—can the Nittany Lions recover before recruiting collapses? Ohio State and Indiana prepare to clash for the Big Ten Championship as rivals question who truly deserves the conference crown. The crew recaps Rivalry Week, spotlighting Ohio State’s dominant win over Michigan and Indiana’s underrated offense. Hot takes on wide receiver matchups, high-pr...

Penn State’s head coaching search spirals as reports emerge that super agent Jimmy Sexton is steering top candidates away from Happy Valley out of spite for James Franklin’s firing. With big names like Lane Kiffin and Bob Chesney (who chose UCLA) off the board, has the Nittany Lions job lost its luster—or is Penn State being blackballed by the coaching elite? Craig Shemon examines athletic directo...

Alabama vs Georgia and Ohio State vs Indiana are must-see matchups this conference championship weekend. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks Save big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale. And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout.   Aura Fra...

Indiana surges to the top of the Big Ten football power rankings after dominating Purdue, setting up an epic showdown with Ohio State for Saturday's Big Ten Championship Game.  Are the Hoosiers truly built to dethrone the Buckeyes in the Big Ten Championship, or is Ohio State’s elite defense the final roadblock? Craig Shemon breaks down Indiana’s roster advantages and recent win streak, questionin...

Indiana Football shakes up the Big Ten narrative ahead of the championship clash against Ohio State. Are the Hoosiers’ stacked roster and breakout stars like Fernando Mendoza and Elijah Sarratt poised to dethrone Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith’s Buckeyes? Craig Shemon boldly claims Indiana’s roster matches or surpasses Ohio State’s, igniting debate over position battles, coaching strategies, and...

Michigan State Spartans shake up the Big Ten with the hiring of Pat Fitzgerald as head football coach, sparking debate about his ability to revive a program reeling from recent scandals and disappointing seasons. Can Fitzgerald, the longtime Northwestern leader with 110 career wins and a Rose Bowl pedigree, repair the “dumpster fire” left by Mel Tucker’s abrupt exit and Jonathan Smith’s short tenu...

Penn State football faces mounting uncertainty as star coaches like Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer and USC’s Lincoln Riley emerge as odds-on favorites for the vacant head coach position. With National Signing Day looming and James Franklin already making waves at Virginia Tech, questions swirl: Why hasn’t Penn State named a new leader? Will the Nittany Lions land a marquee coach, or are these wild rumors...

Undefeated Ohio State and Indiana are on a collision course for the Big Ten Championship, raising the stakes for a Saturday showdown between the nation’s top teams. Can Julian Sayin and Bo Jackson continue their dominant run, or will Indiana’s historic season end in a title upset? Craig Shemon breaks down all the key matchups, including Oregon’s playoff-clinching win over Washington, featuring Mal...

Ohio State snaps its four-game losing streak against Michigan in a dominating win, setting up an undefeated clash with Indiana for the Big Ten Championship. Can Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith power the Buckeyes to a playoff run? Oregon secures a postseason spot and potential home playoff game, while Michigan State makes headlines by firing Jonathan Smith despite a high-scoring victory. Craig Shem...

Ohio State shatters Michigan’s streak with a convincing win at the Big House, ending a 2,191-day drought. Can the Buckeyes maintain dominance against undefeated Indiana in the Big Ten Championship? Snow, injuries, and high tensions fueled this rivalry showdown, as Julian Sayin shook off a rough start to connect with Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith for crucial touchdowns. Michigan’s running game st...

Will Michigan stun Ohio State yet again—are the Buckeyes cursed in rivalry week? Craig Shemon breaks down the regular season finale chaos across the Big Ten, including Michigan’s gritty home stand, Ryan Day’s mounting pressure, and the playoff implications as Oregon faces real trouble against Washington. Is Dante Moore up for the Ducks' toughest test yet, or will Washington derail their playoff dr...

Big Ten playoff chaos looms as Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, and Washington battle for a potential four-team bid. Which powerhouse will emerge, and could the Big Ten really send a record number of squads to the College Football Playoff? Spencer McLaughlin leads the debate with Roman Tomashoff, Jacob Goins, Chris Gordy, and Craig Shemon breaking down CFP scenarios, playoff committee rankings, and m...

Michigan leapfrogs USC in the Big Ten football power rankings, sparking controversy as the playoff race heats up. Craig Shemon highlights why Michigan, despite its earlier loss to USC, edges ahead based on championship hopes, recent wins, and remaining alive in the Big Ten title chase. Ohio State’s dominant defense, key injuries, and their pivotal rivalry matchup with Michigan set the stage for a...

Chaos reigns in the Big Ten as Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon, and Michigan all battle for a shot at the championship game—nothing is settled heading into rivalry week. Could a surprise upset or tiebreaker twist send shockwaves through the college football landscape? Craig Shemon breaks down every playoff and title scenario, while spotlighting blockbuster matchups like Ohio State vs. Michigan and Ind...

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